Description
Experience the warmth of autumn with these deliciously spiced pumpkin bars. Each bite offers a perfect blend of rich pumpkin flavor and sweet cream frosting, creating an irresistible treat for gatherings or cozy afternoons. Easy to prepare, these bars will have everyone reaching for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mix the pumpkin puree and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Gradually fold this mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Once cooled, mix powdered sugar with softened butter and vanilla to make the frosting. Spread over cooled bars.
- Cut into squares and serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (45g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added flavor, substitute walnuts with chocolate chips or add a splash of maple syrup. Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.